Evidence supporting the use of: Babchi
For the health condition: Psoriasis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Babchi (Psoralea corylifolia) has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for various skin conditions, including psoriasis, vitiligo, and leprosy. The seeds and their oil contain a compound called psoralen, which is known to have photosensitizing properties. In Ayurveda, Babchi is used to help manage symptoms of psoriasis due to its purported ability to support skin health and promote pigmentation.

There is some scientific interest in Babchi, primarily because psoralen is used in modern PUVA (psoralen plus ultraviolet A) therapy for psoriasis and vitiligo. However, most of the clinical evidence for PUVA therapy comes from the use of purified psoralen, not crude extracts or whole Babchi preparations. While some small-scale or preliminary studies and case reports have explored the use of Babchi oil or extracts for psoriasis with positive outcomes, robust, large-scale, placebo-controlled studies are lacking.

Overall, the use of Babchi in psoriasis is primarily justified by traditional practices, with some supporting pharmacological rationale due to the presence of psoralen. Caution is required, as Babchi and psoralen can cause skin irritation, phototoxicity, and other side effects, especially when not used under medical supervision.

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